Leticia Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of the Colombian department of Amazonas
About Leticia
Leticia is a small town of over 42,000 inhabitants (2018) on the north bank of the Amazon River. It is the capital of the state of Amazonas, Colombia's southernmost town (4.09° south 69.57° west), and its only major port on the river. It has an elevation of 96 meters above the sea-level and an average temperature of 27°C (80.6°F). As the largest town and the only one with a hospital, secondary schools, an airport, 24/7 electricity (blackouts occur but do not last long) and telephone/internet facilities (very slow!) it serves as the main hub for the whole area. Regulationsrequire ayellow fevervaccinationfor entering the area and most neighboring countries may demand one from people coming from that area. Though not everyone is checked, having the proof of vaccination is not only good for st
Top Attractions in Leticia
Explore the best things to see and do in Leticia:
- ★Amazon Express Tour
- ★Claudia Rodriguez Maroquin
- ★Expeditions George of the Jungle
- ★Marasha Natural Reserva
- ★Palmari Lodge
- ★Reserva Natural Capinuri
- ★Reserva Natural Tucuchira
- ★Selvaventura
Where to Eat in Leticia
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴A Me K Tiar
- 🍴Bar Restaurante Tierras Amazónicas
- 🍴Bufalo Bill Restaurante y Comidas Rapidas
- 🍴Cali Pollos
- 🍴El Santo Angel
- 🍴Govindas Vegetarian Food & Yoga
Where to Stay in Leticia
- 🏨Albergue Tacana
- 🏨Anaira Hostel
- 🏨Hostel Camino del Rio
- 🏨Hotel Amazon Bed & Breakfast
- 🏨Hotel Anaconda
- 🏨Hotel Pirarucu
Leticia Travel Guide Sections
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